Avontuura
DECEMBER 14, 2021
The concrete building is defined by horizontal slabs that are carried by house-shaped columns, forming an earthy stone shelf. The post Valerio Olgiati complete office building in Basel with house-shaped concrete columns appeared first on Åvontuura.
Archinect
DECEMBER 14, 2021
UC Berkeley’s College of Environmental Design (CED) has named a successor to its Architecture Chair in its effort to fill a leadership void created after popular former dean Vishaan Chakrabarti announced his unexpected departure in early September. Current Professor of Architecture Lisa Iwamoto was appointed Chair of the department effective December 1st by the CED’s acting Dean Renee Chow.
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Avontuura
DECEMBER 14, 2021
ZITA developed and built the House in the Andean Mooreland to set an example of how to build within this vulnerable ecosystem. The post Colombian studio ZITA completes raised house in the Andean Mooreland appeared first on Åvontuura.
Archinect
DECEMBER 14, 2021
Today the Board of La Biennale di Venezia announced the appointment of Lesley Lokko as its curator for the 2023 Venice Biennale Architecture Exhibition. Lokko is an esteemed architectural leader, best-selling novelist, and academic advocate whose work within and outside architecture circles has proven her a formidable force for change. Upon her appointment, Lokko shared with La Biennale di Venezia, "A new world order is emerging, with new centers of knowledge production and control.
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A new industry study conducted by Architizer on behalf of Chaos Enscape surveyed 2,139 design professionals to understand the state of architectural visualization and what to expect in the near future. We asked: How are visualizations produced in your firm? What impact does real-time rendering have? What approach are you taking toward the rise of AI?
designboom
DECEMBER 14, 2021
when stowed, the cyberlandr camper disappears entirely within the bed of the truck, allowing the tonneau cover and tailgate to close. The post the cyberlandr pop-up camper for the tesla cybertruck surpasses $100M in pre-orders appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
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designboom
DECEMBER 14, 2021
released in a limited batch of 50 units, eno's new turntable puts a psychedelic twist on the classic record player. The post brian eno develops limited run of color-changing LED turntables appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Archinect
DECEMBER 14, 2021
Nabr has offered the first clues of what their homes of the future may look like. The “people-first housing company” was co-founded by Bjarke Ingels with the ambition of “putting more people on a path to owning a high-quality, environmentally friendly home in the city.” Nabr’s first building is set to be launched at 415 South 3rd Street, San Jose , California in 2023.
designboom
DECEMBER 14, 2021
'eleftheria square' reconnects the city and revives the historic moat with sculptural concrete bridges. The post zaha hadid architects transforms dried moat in cyprus into fluid streetscape appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Archinect
DECEMBER 14, 2021
A homespun holiday tradition has returned to London’s Museum of Architecture for the fifth consecutive year with a tasty new selection of sweet entries from some of the industry’s biggest names. Gingerbread , likely the low-carbon concrete of food building materials, is the focus of the museum’s annual Gingerbread City exhibition on view until the second week of January.
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Aerial imagery has emerged as a necessary tool for architecture, engineering, and construction firms seeking to improve pre-construction site analysis, make more informed planning decisions, and ensure all stakeholders have access to an accurate visualization of the site to keep the project moving forward. Download our guide and take a deeper look at how aerial imagery can be leveraged to drive project efficiency by reducing unnecessary site visits and providing the accurate details required to
designboom
DECEMBER 14, 2021
the resulting mineral composite elements can save up to 70% concrete, are lighter, and feature improved insulation properties. The post ETH zurich uses foam 3D printing to produce intricate recyclable formwork in concrete casting appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Archinect
DECEMBER 14, 2021
Noted architectural photographer Iwan Baan has shared an update about the Kleihues + Kleihues -designed National Museum of Art, Architecture and Design in Oslo, which officially opens to the public in June of next year. Photo: Iwan Baan. Images courtesy of the National Museum of Norway. Photo: Iwan Baan. Images courtesy of the National Museum of Norway.
Architonic
DECEMBER 14, 2021
<b>Where two worlds meet Boundaries – between past and future, between dream and reality, between inside and outside: noa* makes the invisible lines visible, which become part of the full picture and, above all, instead of a separation, a connection between two worlds.</b> It is a privilege to have the space to realize one’s own vision, nestled between one’s own meadows and woods, with an expanse that affords views from the Sciliar to the Rittner Horn, all the way to the Merano A
Archinect
DECEMBER 14, 2021
The maddening hum of safety slats on the pedestrian handrails of the Golden Gate Bridge will finally be silenced under a recently released proposal by the Bridge District. The fix — devised and tested by bridge engineers in consultation with aerodynamic and acoustic experts — calls for attaching U-shaped clips containing a thin rubber sleeve to all 12,000 vertical slats on the railings.
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In the dynamic world of architecture, design, and construction, creative problem-solving is crucial for success. Traditional methods often fall short in effectively conveying design intent to clients. Real-time visualization empowers you with a solid decision-making tool that smooths the design process. Discover the power of real-time visualization: Effective Communication Convey your vision clearly and align with clients.
designboom
DECEMBER 14, 2021
an elegant green and grey palette characterizes this apartment interior designed by HIR studio. The post this hong kong apartment features a wooden table made from a 1000 year old kauri log appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Archinect
DECEMBER 14, 2021
President Biden on Wednesday set in motion a plan to make the federal government carbon neutral, ordering federal agencies to buy electric vehicles, to power facilities with wind, solar and nuclear energy, and to use sustainable building materials. Biden called for the transformation of 300,000 government buildings, 600,000 cars and trucks, and the use of its annual $650 billion budget for goods and services to meet his goal for a carbon-neutral federal government by 2050.
designboom
DECEMBER 14, 2021
no details of the deal have been disclosed but it likely signals NIKE's next step in creating NFTs and other digital assets. The post NIKE buys RTFKT, a virtual brand that makes metaverse-ready sneakers appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Archinect
DECEMBER 14, 2021
The assignment arose from the client's need to move an existing restaurant to a larger space, without losing some of the characteristics of the old venue - intimate, with green and wooden elements that confer the restaurant its own identity. This condition drove us to explore an aesthetic-spatial concept that implied a deconstructed approach from the "art nouveau". movement; from chromatic characteristics (brown/green), to the curved/ondulating and asymmetric forms that shape the spaces, the rep
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designboom
DECEMBER 14, 2021
one side of the house operates as a concrete windbreaker, while the other opens outward with a full-face of glass. The post dubai-based L.S. design unveils an alpine chalet in verbier, switzerland appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Archinect
DECEMBER 14, 2021
Taking its cues from the landscape around it, Villa Apollon by Block722 sits on the southern edge of the Greek island of Lefkada. The project, completed in early 2021, effortlessly merges contemporary architecture with nature, making the most of its context, while respecting its green surroundings. Block722 architects were called to create a private holiday home, joined by a separate structure that houses four guest rooms.
designboom
DECEMBER 14, 2021
the project enables everyone to reconnect with the universe and experience the magic of starlight. The post daan roosegaarde and UNESCO switch off a dutch city’s lights to see the stars as heritage appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
The Spaces
DECEMBER 14, 2021
Retreats are no longer just the preserve of hippies and health fanatics – a growing breed are springing up with creatives in mind. From a Tadao Ando- designed haven in Mexico to a recording studio in a Norwegian cabin, these are spaces to re-charge and re-inspire artists far away from the pressures of daily life. We’d like to book in for a residency at these 9 creative retreats….
Speaker: Pedro Clarke – Principal Architect at A+ Architecture, In Loco Program Director
Sustainability begins with a conversation, and acquiring customer buy-in is entirely dependent on how the conversation is framed. Clients may not see sustainability as a priority out of fear of operational costs and quality. While these are legitimate concerns, it is our responsibility as architects to listen and foster a collaborative culture that answers client issues while also reducing our carbon footprint.
designboom
DECEMBER 14, 2021
the proposed mono-material envelope acts as a protective screen that when dark unveils its internal structure, serving as an illuminated landmark. The post this automated warehouse in italy oscillates between opacity and transparency appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
The Architect's Newsletter
DECEMBER 14, 2021
With Maya Lin’s towering grove of Atlantic white cedar trees killed by saltwater infiltration now removed from Manhattan’s Madison Square Park and set to begin their second lives as boats, [.]. Read More. The post <em>Landscape and Memory</em> will bring Madison Square Park’s buried history to the surface appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.
designboom
DECEMBER 14, 2021
the tiny 27sqm intervention extends the existing residence, providing more comfort to its inhabitants. The post MASA arquitectos adds small cozy loft to dwelling’s rooftop in uruguay appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
The Architect's Newsletter
DECEMBER 14, 2021
Ghanaian-Scottish architect and academic Lesley Lokko has been named curator of the 18th International Architecture Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia, or, simply, the Venice Architecture Biennale. In a press [.]. Read More. The post Lesley Lokko will curate the 2023 Venice Architecture Biennale appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper.
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